Please Define the Following Key Terms

question 34

Short Answer

Please define the following key terms.
-Dante

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Definitions:

Lipid

A group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, waxes, sterols, fat-soluble vitamins (such as vitamins A, D, E, and K), monoglycerides, diglycerides, triglycerides, phospholipids, and others.

Protein

A large, complex organic compound composed of covalently linked amino acid subunits; contains carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur.

Cholesterol

A waxy type of lipid that is essential for the formation of cell membranes, certain hormones, and vitamin D, but high levels can lead to health issues.

Cystic Fibrosis

A genetic disease with an autosomal recessive inheritance pattern;